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Beautiful Georgian House In Charming Village On Edge Of Peak District

Wirksworth, Derbyshire, UK

House

Sleeps: 12

Bedrooms: 6

Bathrooms: 2

Min Stay: 2 - 7 nights

Well located character house - garden & parking. Perfect for special occasions

Durham House is a fantastic Georgian residence, with 6 bedrooms (2 double, 2 kingsize and 2 twin), 2 sitting rooms (one with open fire), a kitchen and separate dining room, 2 bathrooms and a wealth of features, including the main stairway and separate servants' stairs! Most of the rooms have views over Wirksworth and the surrounding countryside. The house has been tastefully furnished with a mixture of antique and modern furniture. The house is fully equipped, including a dishwasher and microwave in the kitchen, internet, IPOD and MP3 docking facilities and a washing machine and tumble dryer in the utility room. It has a well established, secluded garden, with outdoor seating, a BBQ and a pond. Durham House is situated on a quiet but central street, only a couple of minutes walk from the town centre. There are plenty of walks from the doorstep and the High Peak Trail and the Peak District National Park is only a 10 minute walk away.

Bedrooms

6 Bedrooms

Sleeps 12

Owner

Tamsin Ellis

Member Since 2011

Speaks:

english, spanish

Calendar last updated:

Jan 20, 2019

About Tamsin Ellis

When I bought the house I was a single 30 something, working in London and Paris. Now, I am a 40 something mother of two and only an hour's drive from Wirksworth, so I am slowly getting closer to the Peak District and the outdoors life.....perhaps one day I shall be able to enjoy the views from Wirksworth on a daily basis.
When I bought the house, I wanted a bolt hole, in the countryside but with at least one shop within walking distance. Wirksworth has all the amenities of a small town with the most fantastic views which I always enjoy with a cup of coffee or glass of wine (depending on the time of day!)

Tamsin Ellis purchased this House in 2007

Why Tamsin Ellis chose Wirksworth

I fell in love with the house and Wirksworth as soon as I saw them. The house is light and airy with original features and the garden is nicely sheltered, so it always feels a couple of degrees warmer sitting in the garden.
I keep discovering more things to see and do in the area and now that I have children I can appreciate attractions that were previously not important to me (although I do miss the opportunity to sample the local restaurants and pubs as often as I otherwise would!)

What makes this House unique

The house has amazing views over the rolling countryside. Inside, the house has retained its original features, including fireplaces and servants staircase!

Amenities

Heater

Children Welcome

Parking

Washer & Dryer

TV

Internet

Fireplace

Bathrooms

2 Bathrooms

Bathroom 1

toilet, tub, shower

Bathroom 2

toilet, combination tub/shower

2 bathrooms. The bathrooms are large and modern but with a traditional touch.
Bathroom 1 - toilet, bath with shower.
Bathroom 2 - toilet, bath (no shower) shower enclosure.

Location Type

Mountain

Town

Meals

Guests provide their own meals

General

Internet

Wireless broadband

Heating

Gas central heating throughout the house

Washing Machine

Tumble Dryer

Fireplace

Open fireplace in main living room, gas fireplace in dining room.

Parking

Space for 1 car in the garage and a further 2 cars in the driveway

Garage

Large garage for a car and can be used as a bike store

Linens Provided

Good quality cotton sheets with duvets

Towels Provided

Thick towels provided

Wireless Internet

Iron & Board

Hair Dryer

Paper Towels

Toilet Paper

Living Room

The house has 2 living rooms, one with an open fire and 3 sofas. The second living room has a TV and large corner sofa - great for families and friends.

Kitchen

Grill

Dishwasher

Freezer

Stove

Four burner gas hob

Oven

Electric oven

Microwave

Refrigerator

Full height fridge over freezer

Coffee Maker

Cafetiere

Toaster

Dishes & Utensils

Kitchen

The kitchen is modern and well equipped, with fridge freezer, cooker and hob, microwave, dishwasher and plenty of crockery and utensils.

Kettle

Dining

Dining Room

Child's Highchair

Dining

Separate dining room, with seating for 12 and space for high chairs. The dining room overlooks the front garden.

comfy seating for 12 people

Entertainment

Television

Stereo

DVD Player

Books

Games

Board games

Toys

Some baby toys

Outside

Lawn / Garden

Lovely secluded garden, with lawn and flowers. The front garden is on two levels. The side garden is laid to patio and has a table, chairs and a BBQ

Outdoor Grill

Deck / Patio

Outdoor dining for 12 people

Outdoor Furniture

Suitability

wheelchair inaccessible

Notes

Notes on accommodation:
Children welcome. Non smoking only. Pets considered.
All of the bedrooms are a good size and well furnished, with lovely views. The top floor twin room can be converted to a double bedroom, if requested. There are also 2 travel cots available.
Both bathrooms are large and airy. The showers have good pressure and there are stunning views from both bathrooms. The top floor bathroom has a roll top bath and is a great place to relax with a glass of wine.
We have tried to decorate the property in an environmentally friendly fashion, using non toxic paints and some organic sheets and towels.
Outside:
Outside there is a lawned front garden on two levels, secluded from the street. There is a back patio garden with a large table and BBQ area.
There is off-street parking for 3 cars and a secure area in the garage for bikes.
Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service:
Linen and towels provided.

House Rules

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Cancellation Policy

100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.

12 Reviews

Wonderful4.8/5

1 - 6 of 12

Lovely interesting character property in great location.

4/5

Stayed Dec 2018

Caroline E.

We enjoyed a week long family get together over the New Year and Durham house was perfect. It is a lovely characterful Georgian property full of original features so, if you like old houses, you’ll love this one. It was very well equipped and all the basics such as linen, heating fuel and kitchen necessities were provided. There were also a couple of bottles of wine and tea and biscuits to welcome us. The house is a very short convenient walk to the shops but also it easy to walk out into beautiful countryside. Wirksworth is a great little town with enough shops to poke around in for interest and some very pretty Christmas lighting. Further afield there is a good range of tourist destinations to visit. Altogether a great success for a very diverse (in age and interests) family group.

Submitted Jan 4, 2019

Lovely character propery

4/5

Stayed Oct 2018

Clare P.

Lovely break with 3 families in a stunning area

Submitted Oct 26, 2018

A totally charming experience

5/5

Stayed May 2018

Katie R.

Such a special weekend with friends. Restful, beautiful ambience, and the perfect house for gathering with friends and having a really special time.

A very well equipped house with plenty of glasses, nice china and cooking utensils.

Bed linen of beautiful quality. Heating system really efficient. Garden is gorgeous. Kitchen is adequate but could do with a slightly bigger oven / top for the number of people but great overall.

Really can’t wait to come back. A special thank you to the owner for all her attention and care.

Submitted May 13, 2018

Great house for all the family

5/5

Stayed Oct 2017

Doreen F.

A lovely house, well equipped for an extended family group. It was warm and comfortable even on a chilly half-term week in autumn. The intriguing layout with the back stairs made it fun to be in. The house has everything you need, comfortable beds, lots of big towels etc and a super bathroom and shower on the top floor (as well as a bathroom on the middle floor).

Wirksworth is a charming town with a good playground, shops, tea rooms and restaurants as well a characterful small cinema just a few minutes' walk away.

There is lots to do nearby, so there's no need for long car journeys once you are there.

The owner is very helpful and provides useful information about the area.

I would definitely recommend Durham House.

Submitted Oct 29, 2017

Characterful property that's splendid for a family retreat

4/5

Stayed Aug 2017

Gaynor E.

- clean rooms with plenty of space and lovely views

- very well stocked with towels, crockery, cutlery and space for your food

- well located for the local town. The red lion is excellent for a first night tipple, and the chip shop in town is excellent, but get in early!

- nice garden space in the front which we used on several occasions

Submitted Sep 4, 2017

A wonderful vacation home in a great town

5/5

Stayed Jun 2017

John F.

The house and garden is very charming and is situated very close to nice parks, shops, parks and walks. We hosted a family reunion in the house and it was a perfect setting. The owner was very helpful and provided everything we needed when we needed it.

Submitted Jul 5, 2017

1 - 6 of 12

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Wirksworth, Derbyshire, UK

Wirksworth is a charming town on the edge of the Peak District. There are plenty of walks from the doorstep, on footpaths or on small roads and lanes. The High Peak Trail is only a 10 minute walk away, with miles of car free cycling and walking.

The house is located on a quiet street close to the centre of Wirskworth, described as 'the gem in the Peaks'. Almost completely surrounded by hills and within easy reach of magnificent scenery, it has many features of interest, including the heritage centre and an enthusiasts railway line, which takes visitors on the journey down the lovely Ecclesbourne Valley.

St Mary's church nestles in a cathedral like precinct at the centre of the town. Festivals include Well Dressing (started in 1827) and an Arts and Architecture festival in September.

Wirksworth is a thriving market town, with great facilities, including 2 butchers, bakeries, a chemist, toyshop, 2 banks (with ATMs) and some marvellous pubs, restaurants, delis and tea rooms. There is also an independent cinema.

There are a number of beautiful walks from Wirksworth and around the town itself. Wirksworth is situated 5 miles from Matlock and Carsington Water and less than 2 miles from the High Peak Trail and the Peak District National Park.

Availability

Notes on prices:
Minimum stay 3 nights, although shorter stays may be accommodated during the low season and at short notice. Price includes bed linen, towels, electricity and coal.
Please note: the per night pricing shown is for weekend stays. Midweek breaks cost between £30 - £40 less per night.